scholarly journals Intensive care unit professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic in Spain: social and work-related variables, COVID-19 symptoms, worries, and generalized anxiety levels

2021 ◽  
Vol 36 (3) ◽  
pp. 232-241
Author(s):  
Fernando J. García-Hedrera ◽  
Fernanda Gil-Almagro ◽  
F. Javier Carmona-Monge ◽  
Cecilia Peñacoba-Puente ◽  
Patricia Catalá-Mesón ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Physical Symptoms ◽  
Generalized Anxiety ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Final Sample ◽  
Anxiety Levels

Background: The severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 outbreak has been identified as a pandemic and global health emergency. It presents as a severe acute respiratory disease. The rapid dissemination of the disease created challenges for healthcare systems and forced healthcare workers (HCWs) to deal with many clinical and nonclinical stresses. The aim of our research is to describe work conditions, symptoms experienced by HCWs, worries about contagion, and generalized anxiety symptoms and compare those findings across regions in Spain. Methods: This cross-sectional study was conducted using an online survey. Critical care units throughout Spain were included. The sample comprised HCWs working in intensive care units from March to May 2020. We assessed work variables, physical symptoms, worries about contagion, and anxiety (generalized anxiety disorder-7 questionnaire). Results: The final sample comprised 448 surveys. Among the respondents, 86.9% (n=389) were nursing professionals, and 84.8% (n=380) were women. All participants cared for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients during the study period. Workload during the pandemic in Madrid was judged to be higher than in other regions (P<0.01). The availability of personal protective equipment was found to be higher in Cataluña. The most frequently experienced symptom was headaches (78.1%). Worries about self-infection and the possibility of infecting others received mean scores of 3.11 and 3.75, respectively. Mean scores for generalized anxiety levels were 11.02, with 58.7% of the professionals presenting with generalized anxiety syndrome during the assessment. Conclusions: In this study, we found high levels of anxiety among HCWs caring directly for COVID-19 patients, which could produce long-term psychological alterations that still need to be assessed.

Workplace mental health: Current practice and support needs of Ontario occupational therapists

2018 ◽  
Vol 85 (5) ◽  
pp. 408-417
Author(s):  
Sandra E. Moll ◽  
Caitlin M. Heino ◽  
Alison H. LeBlanc ◽  
Lydia B. Beck ◽  
Laura M. Kalef
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Occupational Therapy ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Occupational Therapists ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Support Needs ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Related Services ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Workplace Mental Health

Background. Workplace mental health (WMH) is an important and expanding practice area for occupational therapists. Purpose. This cross-sectional study explores the current practices and support needs of Ontario-based occupational therapists in WMH. Method. Registrants from the provincial association who provide mental health and/or work-related services were invited to participate. Ninety-three therapists completed an online survey; 10 participated in follow-up focus groups. Analysis involved descriptive statistics of the survey data and content analysis of the focus group data. Findings. Return to work, reactivation, and functional cognitive assessment were the most commonly reported services. Key challenges were limited funding and training and lack of awareness of the occupational therapy role. Therapists emphasized the importance of raising the competence, credibility, and profile of occupational therapy in WMH. Implications. Defining the role of occupational therapy, developing training and resources, and advocacy are needed to advance occupational therapy practice within this rapidly changing field.

scholarly journals Work Hours, Overtime, and Break Time of Registered Nurses Working in Medium-Sized Korean Hospitals

2018 ◽  
Vol 66 (12) ◽  
pp. 588-596 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sung-Heui Bae ◽  
Sung-Woo Hwang ◽  
Gunjeong Lee
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care ◽  
Registered Nurses ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Staff Nurses ◽  
Work Hours ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Daily Work ◽  
Break Time

This cross-sectional study used quantitative survey data collected from registered nurses (RNs) who worked as staff nurses in medium-sized (300 beds or less) Korean hospitals. Data from 290 RNs were analyzed to examine the nature and prevalence of staff nurses’ work hours, overtime, breaks, and related work conditions. The results showed that staff nurses working in medium-sized Korean hospitals worked 9.6 hours a day on average and had 1.5 breaks daily, including mealtime. The average number of days the nurses skipped a meal due to work during the last month was 6.1. With respect to skipping bathroom breaks due to work, staff nurses reported that they could not visit the bathroom 7.3 times during the last month. Regarding work conditions, staff nurses working in intensive care units reported having longer daily work hours and were more likely to work 10 hours or more per shift. Nurses with less than 3 years of experience reported longer daily work hours and fewer breaks.

scholarly journals Níveis de estresse da enfermagem nas unidades de terapia intensiva

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 (3) ◽  
pp. 569
Author(s):  
Reinaldo Dos Santos Moura ◽  
Francisco Joilsom Carvalho Saraiva ◽  
Regina Maria Dos Santos ◽  
Kely Regina Da Silva Lima Rocha ◽  
Vívian Mayara Da Silva Barbosa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Intensive Care ◽  
Intensive Care Units ◽  
Private Hospital ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Team Work ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Hospital Services ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Terapia Intensiva

RESUMO Objetivo: descrever os níveis de estresse entre os profissionais de Enfermagem de nível médio nas unidades de terapia intensiva adulto de alguns serviços hospitalares privados. Método: trata-se de um estudo quantitativo, analítico e transversal, em três serviços hospitalares privados. Aplicaram-se dois questionários, analisando-os dados por meio da estatística analítica. Apresentam-se os resultados em forma de tabelas. Resultados: revela-se que, dos 72 participantes, a maioria (95%) era composta de técnicos de Enfermagem, do gênero feminino (52,8%), de adultos jovens (27,8%) e casada (54,2%). Verificou-se, além do escore de estresse moderado (70,8%), que é mais provável que um profissional que apresente essa sintomatologia possa desencadear um alto nível de estresse laboral. Conclusão: averiguaram-se uma taxa significativa de estresse e de absenteísmo, que o ambiente laboral exerce situações tensiogênicas frequentes e que, pela má remuneração salarial, esses profissionais assumem múltiplas jornadas de trabalho que não cessam nos seus domicílios. Descritores: Equipe de Enfermagem; Condições de Trabalho; Esgotamento Emocional; Enfermagem do Trabalho; Unidades de Terapia Intensiva; Risco Ocupacional.ABSTRACT Objective: to describe the levels of stress among nursing professionals in the adult intensive care units of some private hospital services. Method: this is a quantitative, analytical and cross-sectional study in three private hospital services. Two questionnaires were applied, analyzing them by means of analytical statistics. The results are presented in the form of tables. Results: it was found that of the 72 participants, the majority (95%) were Nursing technicians, female (52.8%), young adults (27.8%) and married women (54.2%). In addition to the moderate stress score (70.8%), it is more likely that a professional presenting this symptomatology could trigger a high level of work stress. Conclusion: a significant rate of stress and absenteeism was verified, that the working environment exerts frequent tensiogenic situations and that, due to the poor salary, these professionals take on multiple workdays that do not cease at home. Descriptors: Nursing team; Work conditions; Emotional Exhaustion; Nursing work; Intensive Care Units; Occupational Risk.RESUMEN Objetivo: describir los niveles de estrés entre los profesionales de enfermería de nivel medio en las unidades de terapia intensiva adulto de algunos servicios hospitalarios privados. Método: se trata de un estudio cuantitativo, analítico y transversal, en tres servicios hospitalarios privados. Se aplicaron dos cuestionarios, analizando los datos por medio de la estadística analítica. Se presentan los resultados en forma de tablas. Resultados: se revela que, de los 72 participantes, la mayoría (95%) estaba compuesta de técnicos de Enfermería, del género femenino (52,8%), de adultos jóvenes (27,8%) y casada (54,2%). Se verificó, además de la puntuación de estrés moderado (70,8%), que es más probable que un profesional que presente esta sintomatología pueda desencadenar un alto nivel de estrés laboral. Conclusión: se verificó una tasa significativa de estrés y de absentismo, que el ambiente laboral ejerce situaciones tensiogénicas frecuentes y que, por la mala remuneración salarial, esos profesionales asumen múltiples jornadas de trabajo que no cesan en sus domicilios. Descriptores: Grupo de Enfermería; Condiciones de Trabajo; Agotamiento Profesional; Enfermería del Trabajo; Unidades de Cuidados Intensivos; Riesgos Laborales.  

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal Pain and Work-related Risk Factors among Waste Collectors in Hanoi, Vietnam: A Cross-sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (E) ◽  
pp. 498-508
Author(s):  
Bang Van Nguyen ◽  
Thuy Thi Thu Tran ◽  
Ngan Thi Hoang ◽  
Bich Ngoc Nguyen ◽  
Quynh Thuy Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Musculoskeletal Pain ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Persistent Pain ◽  
Body Region ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire

BACKGROUND: Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are prevalent among waste collectors (WCs) in developing countries. AIM: This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of MSDs and the factors associated with the risk of persistent musculoskeletal pain among WCs in Hanoi, Vietnam. METHODS: A cross-sectional survey was utilized to study 468 WCs in 2017. The Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire and a questionnaire on demographic and work conditions were used to collect data. Descriptive and multivariate logistics regression analyzes were applied at a significance level of 0.05 to examine the factors related to the risk of persistent pain. FINDINGS: About 74.4% of the participants of this study experienced MSDs in at least one body region and 9.4% reported MSDs in all 10 body sites. The lower back was reported to be the most affected followed by the neck and shoulders. The risk of persistent musculoskeletal pain was significantly associated with age (odds ratio (OR) = 2.31, confidence interval (CI) = 1.05–5.09), gender (OR = 3.29, CI = 1.28–8.44), work hours (OR = 2.35, CI = 1.12–4.92), work shift (OR = 0.48, CI = 0.26–0.92), duration of poor postures of the neck (OR = 0.31, CI = 0.13–0.76), bent back (OR = 0.4 CI = 0.18–0.92) and for medial rotation (OR = 3.01, CI = 1.42–6.36), carrying heavy objects (OR = 2.94, CI = 1.15–7.48), and experience of work dissatisfaction (OR = 3.31, CI = 1.46-7.52), stress (OR = 7.14, CI = 3.14–16.24), or anxiety (OR = 6.37, CI = 3.07–13.21). CONCLUSIONS: High prevalence of MSDs among WCs and its association with self-assessed unfavorable work postures and work-related stress implies the need of mechanical and social support at work for WC to prevent the development of MSDs and persistent pain.

scholarly journals Level of anxiety caused by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic among dentists in Poland.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ewa Rusyan ◽  
Agnieszka Mielczarek ◽  
Agnieszka Kapała ◽  
Kamil Adamczyk ◽  
Robert Piec ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Work Experience ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Physical Symptoms ◽  
Morbidity Rate ◽  
High Morbidity ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
High Morbidity Rate

Abstract Background: The early information on both the speed and high morbidity rate and, above all, mortality, triggered the symptoms of COVID-19-related panic and anxiety. Dentists were listed in the top five professions with the highest risk of transmission of the virus. The paper aimed to assess the level of anxiety among dentists in Poland. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted via an online survey questionnaire. The study used a tool developed by the team of Ahorsu et al. The COVID-19 Fear Scale (FCV-19S) translated into the Polish language. The online questionnaire was completed by 356 dentists. Results: In the studied population of dentists, the perceived level of anxiety associated with COVID -19 should be considered relatively low. Both gender and work experience had no significant impact on their level. When the respondents had children, lived with the elderly, or looked after them the observed level of anxiety was higher and physical symptoms such as sweating palms and increased heart rate occurred.Conclusion: Despite the high risk of infection, the tested low level of anxiety among dentists is a positive predictor of the appropriate level of medical services provided by this group of doctors.

scholarly journals A Cross-Sectional Study of the Satisfaction with, Adherence to, and Perspectives toward COVID-19 Preventive Measures among Public Health Students in Jazan, Saudi Arabia

2022 ◽  
Vol 19 (2) ◽  
pp. 802
Author(s):  
Mohammed J. Almalki
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Preventive Measures ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Final Sample ◽  
Ordinal Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
Degree Of Satisfaction

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant influence on education systems, educational environments, teachers, and students. This study aims to assess the satisfaction with, adherence to, and perspectives toward COVID-19 preventive measures among public health students in Jazan, Saudi Arabia in order to enhance their campus experience. This study utilized a cross-sectional methodology. Data were collected using convenience sampling between 2–19 November 2020; this was accomplished using an online survey administered via Google Forms. The final sample consisted of 200 participants. More than half of the participants (55.0%) were dissatisfied with the preventive measures that had been applied on campus, while 19.0% had a neutral outlook. Interestingly, female participants showed a higher level of dissatisfaction toward the preventive measures (70.6%) than male participants (43.5%). The ordinal logistic regression analysis revealed a significant correlation between the degree of satisfaction with the COVID-19 preventive measures and the participant’s gender and education level. Male students were more likely to be satisfied with the preventive measures (p < 0.029, OR = 2.199) than female students. In addition, final year students were 4.1 times more likely to be satisfied with the COVID-19 preventive measures (p < 0.004, OR = 0.242) than Year 2 students, and 6.2 times more likely to be satisfied (p ≤ 0.001, OR = 0.162) than Year 3 students. Efforts are needed to improve the students’ satisfaction with COVID-19 preventive measures. Steps are also required to ensure that the procedures and actions introduced by the college extend to all students. In addition, further research is needed to recognize and understand the participants’ experiences after moving to the new buildings, receiving COVID-19 vaccines, and returning to on campus study.

scholarly journals Musculoskeletal pain and work-related risk factors among waste collectors in Hanoi, Vietnam: A cross-sectional study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bang Van Nguyen ◽  
Thuy Tran ◽  
Ngan Thi Hoang ◽  
Bich Ngoc Nguyen ◽  
Quynh Thuy` Nguyen
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Musculoskeletal Disorders ◽  
Musculoskeletal Pain ◽  
Work Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Stress At Work ◽  
Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire

Abstract Background: Musculoskeletal disorders are prevalent among waste collectors in developing countries. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders and risk factors of persistent musculoskeletal disorders among waste collectors in Hanoi, Vietnam. Methods: A cross-sectional survey was utilized to study 331 waste collectors in 2017. The Örebro Musculoskeletal Pain Questionnaire and questionnaires on demographic and work conditions were used to collect data. Descriptive and Linear regression analyses were applied at the significant level p<0.05. Findings: Results showed that the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders among waste collectors participating into this study was high (100%), multiple-site musculoskeletal disorders (at least two sites) were reported by 81%. Lower back was the most affected site, followed by pain in the neck and shoulders. The risk of persistent musculoskeletal disorders were higher among female workers, workers with the neck bent at an angle of 450, kneeling, repetitive medial rotation while walking, and feeling dissatisfaction with work, stress or anxiety during one week before the survey. Conclusions: High prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders was observed among participated waste collectors and it associated with self-assessed unfavorable work postures and psychological stress at work. The findings imply the need of mechanical and social support at work for waste collectors to prevent the development of musculoskeletal disorders.

scholarly journals Healthcare workers high COVID-19 infection rate: the source of infections and potential for respirators and surgical masks to reduce occupational infections

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lotta-Maria A. H. Oksanen ◽  
Enni Sanmark ◽  
Sampo Oksanen ◽  
Veli-Jukka Anttila ◽  
Jussi J. Paterno ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Infection Rate ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Physical Symptoms ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Work Related ◽  
Source Of Infection ◽  
Tertiary Hospitals ◽  
Occupational Infections

Objective: To analyse the work-related exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and trace the source of COVID-19 infections in tertiary hospitals healthcare workers in light of the used PPE and their ability to maintain social distances and follow governmental restrictions. Design: Cross-sectional study Setting: Tertiary hospitals in Uusimaa region, Finland Participants: Of 1072 enrolled, 866 HCWs (588 nurses, 170 doctors and 108 laboratory and medical imaging nurses) from the Helsinki University Hospital completed the questionnaire by July 15th, 2020. The average age of participants was 42.4 years and 772 (89.0%) were women. The participants answered a detailed questionnaire of their PPE usage, ability to follow safety restrictions, exposure to COVID-19, the source of potential COVID-19 infection and both mental and physical symptoms during the first wave of COVID-19 in Finland. Main outcome measures: All participants with COVID-19 symptoms were tested with either RT-PCR or antibody tests. The infections were traced and categorised based on the location and source of infection. The possibility to maintain social distance and PPE usage during exposure were analyzed. Results: Of the HCWs that participated, 41 (4.7%) tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, marking a substantially higher infection rate than that of the general population (0.3%); 22 (53.6%) of infections were confirmed or likely occupational, including 7 (31.8%) from colleagues. Additionally, 5 (26.3%) of other infections were from colleagues outside the working facilities. 14 (63.6%) of occupational infections occurred while using a surgical mask. No occupational infections were found while using an FFP2/3 respirator and aerosol precautions while treating suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients. Conclusions: While treating suspected or confirmed COVID-19 patients, HCWs should wear an FFP2/3 respirator and recommended PPE. Maintaining safety distances in the workplace and controlling infections between HCWs should be priorities to ensure safe working conditions.

scholarly journals Exploring Determinants of Early Retirement Among Saudi Medical Staff

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammed A. AlKhars ◽  
Taqi N. AlFaraj ◽  
Ahmad H. AlNasser
Keyword(s):  
Medical Staff ◽  
Early Retirement ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Pull Factors ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Final Sample ◽  
Part Time ◽  
Time Basis ◽  
The Relationship

The aim of this research was to explore the relationship between the push, pull, anti-push, and anti-pull factors vs. early retirement intention among Saudi medical staff, and to investigate whether there are gender differences in the early retirement intention. To this end, we designed a correlational and cross-sectional study, for which data were collected through an online survey. A total of 680 responses were gathered, of which 221 valid responses constituted the final sample for the analysis. Logistics regression was used to test the hypotheses of the study. The results showed that approximately 58% of the respondents indicated early retirement intention. The significant factors in predicting this intention were the pull, anti-push, and anti-pull factors, whereas the push factors were found to be insignificant. Moreover, female medical staff tend to retire earlier than males. Strategies recommended to delay retirement are providing flexible work hours, working shorter shifts or on a part-time basis, offering programs for professional development, and according more recognition.

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